The Phoenix Suns defeated the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers, 122-101, at Footprint Center on Wednesday.

Phoenix never relinquished the lead after a 34-20 first quarter, taking command with a 38-27 second quarter. They got their lead up to 28 points at times, maintaining a double-digit lead for the final three frames. The Suns shot 51 percent from the field, 55 percent from three-point range and 94 percent from the free-throw line, while the Cavaliers shot 47 percent from the field, 27 percent from long range and 84 percent from the charity stripe. They also out-rebounded the Cavs. 50-40.

The Cavaliers (46-31) were led by Donovan Mitchell, tallying 24 points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks. Jarrett Allen amassed 20 points, five rebounds and four assists. Evan Mobley accrued 20 points, nine rebounds and five assists, while Darius Garland generated 15 points, eight assists and two steals. Max Strus rounded out the starting lineup with nine points, 12 rebounds and eight assists.

The Suns (45-31) were led by Devin Booker, finishing with 40 points and eight assists. Kevin Durant compiled 32 points, six rebounds and seven assists. Royce O'Neale accrued 17 points, six rebounds and two assists. Bradley Beal had seven points, six rebounds, seven assists and two steals, while Jusuf Nurkic accumulated two points, 10 rebounds, six assists and two steals. Bol Bol led the bench with 15 points, six rebounds, two steals and two blocks.

On deck for Phoenix is a home matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday. As for Cleveland, they travel to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday for their next outing.